Description
38cm strand (approximately 46 beads) of Russian serpentine round beads, each bead is approximately 8mm x 8mm, hole size is standard (approximately 1.2mm).
Serpentine is a group of magnesium silicate minerals, with all varieties being a basic magnesium silicate, often containing other minerals such as iron, chromium, nickel or cobalt. It has a greasy to silky luster - because it is sensitive to acids it is recommended to only clean with mild soapy water, and to keep away from ultrasonics.
These natural looking beads have a dark green/yellow blended base with a black spiderweb-like matrix over the top. They are opaque (light does not pass through) and are also known as lizardite due to its lizardskin-like patterning.
Russian serpentine is believed to help the wearer find inner peace - we have certainly found that simply handling this gemstone has a calming effect.
Please note that colours and sizes within semi-precious gemstones vary slightly from strand to strand.
Postage Information
RATES & PROCESSING TIMES
FREE standard Australian parcel post for orders over $150
$9.95 flat rate parcel post for all orders under $150
Express post (additional $5), Signature on Delivery ($3) and Extra Cover ($6.50) upgrades available at checkout.
Most orders placed before 1pm AEST on a business day are posted same day - orders placed after this or on a weekend/public holiday are posted the next business day.
Please note: we only post orders to Australian residential or business postal addresses. We reserve the right to charge additional shipping fees for large or heavy orders, in particular bulky items. We will contact you if this is applicable.
FREE CLICK & COLLECT
Available from two locations:- Cheltenham shop (VIC 3192) - 11am to 2pm weekdays (orders usually ready for collection within 30mins)
- Toomuc Valley warehouse (VIC 3810) - contactless 24/7 (orders can take a few days to be transferred)
